See the beauty of the fjords with fewer crowds on this off-season escorted tour of Norway. Your adventure begins in Oslo, home of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Go sightseeing with an expert Local Guide to see the National Theater (home of Henrik Ibsen’s plays), Parliament and the Royal Palace, as well as the magnificent display of Gustav Vigeland’s sculptures in Frogner Park. From Oslo, you’ll drive northwest through Hallingdal—a large valley, rich in the traditions of iron production, cattle trade, folk art, music, and dance. You’ll pass through the world’s longest road tunnel to Aurland on your way to the beautiful village of Flåm, situated at the head of Aurlandsfjord.
Your stay in Flåm includes a boat ride on the spectacular Naerøyfjord—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on to Bergen, the “City of Seven Mountains,” where you’ll take a drive to see Bergenhus Fortress, the Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, Bergen’s harbor, and the famous fish market. Take a step back in time through the cobblestone streets lined by multi-hued wooden houses that are quintessentially Norwegian. Travel back via train to Oslo through the Hardangervidda mountain plateau.
Fly from Oslo to the lively and vibrant town of Tromsø, where you enjoy an orientation walk and visit to the Arctic Cathedral. This two-night stay gives you the opportunity to take part join an optional excursion to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
Join us to experience Norway’s exquisite natural beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Norway you’ll treasure forever.
TRAVEL DATE | PRICE | TYPE |
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November 18, 2023 | from $4,459 CAD | Per Person |
DAY | DATE | PLACE |
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1 | Sat Nov 18 | OSLO |
2 | Sun Nov 19 | OSLO |
3 | Mon Nov 20 | OSLO–GOL–FLAM |
4 | Tue Nov 21 | FLAM |
5 | Wed Nov 22 | FLAM–BERGEN |
6 | Thu Nov 23 | BERGEN–OSLO |
7 | Fri Nov 24 | OSLO–TROMSØ |
8 | Sat Nov 25 | TROMSØ |
9 | Sun Nov 26 | TROMSØ–OSLO |
10 | Mon Nov 27 | OSLO |
DAY 1 – ARRIVE IN OSLO, NORWAY
WELCOME TO OSLO!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 – OSLO
A WALK IN THE PARK
OSLO Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall.
Breakfast
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life’s work of legendary sculptor Gustav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year.
Day 3 – OSLO–GOL–FLAM
NORWEGIAN BEAUTY
Scenic drive through Hallingdal.
Breakfast
Dinner
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with a scenic drive through the stunning landscapes of Hallingdal en route to Gol. Here, spend time to browse the town centre of this little Halingdal Valley town located in Eastern Norway, midway between Oslo and Bergen.
Day 4 – FLAM
DEEP BLUE DRAMA
FLAM Globus Local Favorite Boat ride on the famed and dramatically beautiful Nærøyfjord. Free time this afternoon.
Breakfast
Dinner
LOCAL FAVORITE
NATURAL WONDERS The Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, is surrounded by exceptional natural beauty. Cruise onto the wild and wonderful waters of the Naeroyfjord, carved deep amid spectacular views of sheer, snow-topped mountains, waterfalls, and idyllic farms clinging to the mountainsides above one of the most dramatic fjords in Europe.
Day 5 – FLAM–BERGEN
COASTAL CHARISMA
BERGEN Orientation drive includes Bryggen, the Hanseatic Wharf, the harbor, and the Fish Market.
Breakfast
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Beautiful Bergen paints the shoreline with different hues of its wooden houses along the old wharf on Norway’s southwestern coast. Often called the “Fjord Capital of Norway,” Bergen will charm you with its quaint charisma and the breathtaking natural wonder between the seven mountains.
Day 6 – BERGEN–OSLO
PANORAMAS ON THE RAILS
BERGEN Train ride back to Oslo.
OSLO Dinner at the hotel.
Breakfast
Dinner
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
EPIC JOURNEY All aboard for some of Scandinavia’s most beautiful landscapes. It crosses the Hardangervidda National Park, onto the Hardangervidda plateau, Europe’s largest high-mountain plateau.
Day 7 – OSLO–TROMSØ
SHINING LIGHTS
OSLO Fly to Tromsoe.
TROMSØ Orientation walk includes the Arctic Cathedral.
Breakfast
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromsø bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the 11 lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church’s unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromsø to represent the light in the long, dark winter days.
Day 8 – TROMSØ
GATEWAY TO THE NORTH
TROMSØ Free day.
Breakfast
ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Tromsø with a cruise on a hybrid-electric boat to spy the unspoiled natural beauty of fish below and birds above this stunning “Gateway to the North.”
Day 9 – TROMSØ–OSLO
OSLO BOUND
TROMSØ Fly to Oslo.
Breakfast
Dinner
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Time to pack your bags and say goodbye to the magical icy town of Tromsø with a flight to Oslo to relax and reminisce over your stunning Norwegian adventure.
Day 10 – OSLO
SAFE TRAVELS UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!
OSLO Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
HIGHLIGHTS
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